Apprenticeship Programme Lead Review
at NATS
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Logistics and Operations
Fareham
Review Submitted: April 2021
Overall Rating
4.4 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
4/5
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Overview of Role
4/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
4/5
My role is to identify skills gaps within the organisation and work with business areas to source the most appropriate training method taking into account the required learning, funding etc. I work with the business areas on a day to day business to support them to develop learning pathways which could include short training courses or apprenticeships.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I am really enjoying the apprenticeship programme - I am excited to learn new methods and also interacting with other companies and share ideas and see how I can work differently so that I can provide the correct support for the business areas within NATS. As I am an existing member of staff I was very apprehensive in starting the apprenticeship but I am really enjoying it.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I am looking forward to learning the methods and theories of skills analysis and also polishing up my skills in learning delivery.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
The programme is structured really well. I know exactly when my face to face and virtual session are taking place and i have been told what we will be learning in the session. I know what the end point assessment looks like and what I need to do to complete the EPA.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
My role has recently changed to L&D and my employer has encouraged me to complete this training so that I can be the best that I can be. I am always up for improving my skills and took the opportunity that was offered to me. I have a mentor and a team that will support me through the process.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have received a lot of support from my training provider especially at the beginning when I was doubting whether I could start the apprenticeship. They have provided me with confidence that I can do this and will achieve at the end if I put my all into it. I know that they will support me if I have any issues along the journey.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
I have gained much more confidence and I will perform better in my role as I will be given more responsibility in my new L&D role to develop learning programmes and support the delivery of learning.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
3/5
I joined the company last year whilst in lockdown therefore haven't had the opportunity to attend any social events. However, we do have a social club, gym etc and when we get back to normality I will be joining these.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend NATS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
Everyone is so supportive and encourage learning whether it be apprenticeship, graduate schemes or eng tech programmes. I am really happy working for NATS and look forward to seeing what my future holds.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NATS?
Go for it, NATS are a great organisation to work for.
